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I-601 Waiver Denied, Rejected, or Failed? Why?

Here are some factors that often result in denials of I-601 waivers 1) Interviewing Consulate or Country – Certain countries just have a reputation of denying more waiver application than others. For example, China has a strikingly low approval rate for I-601 waivers. Others enjoy a relatively high approval rate, such as Mexico. Know your […]

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Tourist Visas – Department of State video provides insight on the whys, the updates, and the goals of issuing tourist (visitor) visas.

Paying attention to this video helps us realize two main things: 1) US wants to issue visitor/tourist visas to raise revenue. 2) US wants to increase the issuance of tourist or visitor visas, especially from upcoming and growing economies. How can potential applicants use this information to their benefit?  First of all, do not treat

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A Brief Lesson on I-601 Waiver Application based on Extreme Hardship to a Qualifying Relative

An understanding of I-601 Waivers begins with an understanding of IIRIRA (or IIRAIRA), which stands for Illegal Immigration Reform And Immigrant Responsibility Act) of 1996.  One major change instituted by the IIRIRA was that unlawful entries were assigned varying penalties. No bar from re-entry – if the individual stayed unlawfully for fewer than 180 days prior to departing the

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Unlawful Presence Waivers (i-601 Waivers)Update Makes it Easier on Families

Recently, in January 2012, USCIS has issued a Notice of Intent in the Federal Register to streamline the process for an I-601 Waiver of Unlawful Presence for certain immediate relatives of US citizens (Spouses and Parents) who need to consular process. Who benefits? Spouses and Parents of US Citizens who have accrued over a year of

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